How to spot it
A twin-engine fighter with intakes under the wing roots, twin fins and long leading-edge extensions blending into the cockpit area.
Often confused with
Sukhoi Su-27
The MiG-29 is smaller with a short tail and engine nacelles that end flush; the Su-27 has a long stinger between the engines.
Mikoyan MiG-29 vs Sukhoi Su-27: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Mikoyan (MiG) |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | MG29 |
| First flight | 1977 |
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